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Blackboard Learn

This site contains information to help you use Blackboard (Bb) and be successful in
your online learning experience.

What is Blackboard?

Blackboard is Elizabeth City State University's learning management system that allows
students and faculty members to access course materials, conduct course activities,
communicate, and collaborate online. Students in courses that use Blackboard can access
those courses anywhere and anytime they can access the World-Wide Web.

When will I use Blackboard?

All online courses use Blackboard for course delivery. You will need to access Blackboard
to obtain your course syllabus and assignments. If you are taking campus classes,
your instructor will let you know whether or not he is using Blackboard for your course.

What will I do on Blackboard?

Each instructor can tailor how they use Blackboard to make course materials available
or conduct course activities online. Some things you may be able to do on Blackboard
include: